Berry Oat Breakfast Smoothie

The Berry Oat Breakfast Smoothie is a wholesome and delicious beverage designed to be a complete and convenient breakfast. It combines the antioxidant power of mixed berries with the fiber-rich goodness of rolled oats, creating a thick, creamy, and filling drink. Blended with plant-based milk and a touch of natural sweetness, it's both nutritious and incredibly tasty, offering a boost of vitamins, minerals, and sustained energy.
Berry Oat Breakfast Smoothie

Preparation

Preparation time: 5 minutes

Preparation time
Difficulty

Drink Classification

This beverage is classified as a smoothie due to its blended nature. Given its hearty ingredients like oats, it's primarily categorized as a breakfast drink, perfect for a nutritious and convenient start to the day.

Serving

Serve this substantial, cold smoothie in a large pint glass or tumbler. It is completely alcohol-free, making it a healthy option suitable for all ages.
Serving size
approx. 450 ml / 15 oz
Alcohol content
0% ABV
Alcohol strength
Serving temperature
Cold
Glass type
Pint glass
Glass treatment
None

Backstory

This smoothie doesn't have a specific inventor or legendary backstory. It emerged from the modern health and wellness movement, where people sought quick, nutritious, and portable breakfast options. Combining fruit and oats in a drinkable format was a natural evolution of a classic breakfast pairing, making it a popular choice for busy mornings.
Origin
This type of smoothie is a modern creation, becoming popular in health-conscious communities worldwide, particularly in North America and Europe, since the early 2000s. There is no single point of origin, but rather a collective trend towards healthy, convenient meals.

Berry Oat Breakfast Smoothie

The smoothie is straightforwardly named, reflecting its core components. Alternative names like "Mixed Berry Oatmeal Smoothie" simply rephrase the ingredients, highlighting the combination of mixed berries and filling rolled oats for a complete breakfast meal.
Original name
Berry Oat Breakfast Smoothie
Alternative names
  • Mixed Berry Oatmeal Smoothie
  • Breakfast Berry Smoothie with Oats

Characteristics overview

This smoothie has a vibrant fruity flavor with a sweet and slightly tart balance, complemented by a fresh berry aroma. Its texture is thick and creamy with a beautiful deep purple color, making it a refreshing choice any time of year.
Flavor
fruity, berry, sweet, slightly nutty, oaty
Aroma
fresh berries, sweet, slightly earthy
Taste balance
sweet, slightly tart
Aftertaste
clean, fruity, pleasant
Fizziness
none
Color appearance
vibrant purple, deep pink, opaque, thick
Texture
thick, creamy, smooth
Seasonality
refreshing, all-season

Flavor intensity & Experience

The flavor profile is dominated by high fruitiness and creaminess, balanced with moderate sweetness and a hint of tartness. It's a non-alcoholic, non-carbonated drink with zero saltiness, bitterness, or spice.
Sweetness
Saltiness
Sourness
Bitterness
Spiciness
Fruitiness
Creaminess
Carbonation

Ingredients

This smoothie requires frozen mixed berries, rolled oats, a banana, and almond milk as its base. Optional additions like chia seeds and maple syrup can be included for extra nutrients and sweetness.
  • Mixed Berries1.5 cups (approx. 225 grams)
    Using frozen berries is recommended to make the smoothie thick and cold without ice.
  • Rolled Oats0.5 cup (approx. 45 grams)
    For a gluten-free version, ensure you use certified gluten-free rolled oats.
  • Banana1 medium
    Using a frozen banana will result in an even creamier and colder smoothie.
  • Almond Milk1 cup (240 ml / 8 oz)
    Unsweetened is best. Can be substituted with oat milk (for nut-free), soy, or coconut milk.
  • Chia Seeds1 tablespoon(optional)
    Adds extra fiber, protein, and healthy omega-3 fats.
  • Maple Syrup1-2 teaspoons(optional)
    Adjust to personal taste, or omit entirely if the banana is very ripe and sweet.

Ice type

  • None

Mixing equipments

A high-speed blender is the only essential piece of equipment needed to achieve a perfectly smooth and creamy texture for this smoothie.
  • High-speed blender

Instructions

To prepare, simply combine all ingredients in a high-speed blender, starting with the liquid, and blend until perfectly smooth. Pour into a glass, garnish as desired, and enjoy immediately.
1. Add all ingredients to a high-speed blender. It's best to add the liquid (almond milk) first, followed by the oats, chia seeds, banana, and finally the frozen berries on top.
2. Secure the lid tightly on the blender.
3. Blend on high speed for about 45 to 60 seconds, or until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy with no lumps remaining.
4. If the smoothie is too thick for your liking, add another splash of almond milk and blend for a few more seconds to reach the desired consistency.
5. Taste the smoothie and, if needed, add a teaspoon of maple syrup for extra sweetness and blend for a final 5 seconds.
6. Pour into a large glass, garnish with fresh berries or oats if desired, and serve immediately for the best taste and texture.

Garnishing

A simple garnish of a few fresh berries or a sprinkle of oats on top adds a pleasant visual and textural contrast to the creamy smoothie.
  • Sprinkle a few fresh berries or whole rolled oats on top before serving.

Dietary Information

This smoothie is naturally alcohol-free, caffeine-free, dairy-free, egg-free, vegan, and vegetarian. It can be made gluten-free with certified GF oats and nut-free by substituting almond milk with oat milk.
✕ Contains alcohol
✓ Caffeine-free
✓ Dairy-free
✓ Egg-free
✓ Soy-free
✕ Nut-free
✕ Gluten-free
✓ Vegan-friendly
✓ Vegetarian-friendly

Nutrition information

This smoothie is moderately caloric, primarily due to its high carbohydrate content from fruits and oats which provide energy. The sugar content is mostly from natural fruit sources.
Calories
Averagely 350-450 kcal / 1464-1883 kJ
Calories level
Carbohydrates
Averagely 60-75 g
Carbohydrate level
Sugar
Averagely 25-35 g
Sugar level

Occasions

This smoothie is ideal for a quick and nutritious breakfast on busy mornings. It also serves as an excellent post-workout recovery drink or a healthy afternoon snack to curb hunger and provide energy.
  • Breakfast
  • Post-workout snack
  • Healthy snack
  • Quick meal replacement

Pairing suggestions

As a complete breakfast in a glass, this smoothie is hearty enough to be enjoyed on its own. For an even more substantial meal, it pairs well with simple, protein-rich sides like a hard-boiled egg or a slice of avocado toast.
  • A hard-boiled egg for extra protein.
  • A side of toast with avocado or nut butter.
  • Enjoyed on its own as a complete meal.

The Ultimate Berry Oat Breakfast Smoothie Experience

The Berry Oat Breakfast Smoothie is the perfect solution for a healthy, quick, and delicious start to the day. Its creamy texture and vibrant berry flavor make it a delight to drink, while the inclusion of rolled oats provides lasting energy and fiber to keep you full until lunchtime. This versatile, non-alcoholic smoothie is easily customizable to fit various dietary needs and preferences, making it a powerhouse of nutrients in one convenient glass.

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